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<![CDATA[Brian added 'Drupal 6 Search Engine Optimization']]>
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Drupal 6 Search Engine Optimization (Paperback)
byBenjamin Finklea bookshelves: to-read
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<![CDATA[Brian added 'Ultimate Guide to Search Engine Optimization: Drive Traffic, Boost Conversion Rates and Make Lots of Money']]>
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to: Ultimate Guide to Search Engine Optimization: Drive Traffic, Boost Conversion Rates and Make Lots of Money (Hardcover)byJon Rognerud
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<![CDATA[Brian added 'A Prayer To Our Father']]>
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to: A Prayer To Our Father (Paperback)byNehemia Gordon
Ever watch The Discovery Channel? Picture two guys going on multiple journeys to Israel to find the places where Jesus gave his Sermon on the Mount and where Jesus was tested in the desert. Their writing style was colorful and I wished they had filmed their expedition for others to see.
But why did they spend nearly half the book chronicling their expedition? It played an essential inspirational role to discover the meaning behind the words.
What also made this book unique was that they relied heavily on Hebrew Matthew, not the Greek or Latin versions that were derived afterward. Things that are ambiguous in Greek were crystal clear in Hebrew.
I was happy to see that in the chapter titled, “May Your Kingdom Be Blessed” they recognized the fact that God’s kingdom is both present and future. It’s not just a future event, but a present reality. Very good kingdom theology.
I also loved how they used so much Hebrew scripture to shed light on the Lord’s prayer. Very Hebraic! I will pass along this book to my Messianic Jewish friends. I know they’ll love it.
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<![CDATA[Brian added 'The Seven Faith Tribes: Who They Are, What They Believe, and Why They Matter']]>
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to: The Seven Faith Tribes: Who They Are, What They Believe, and Why They Matter (Hardcover)byGeorge Barna
George Barna is concerned about America. He believes that we, as a society, have placed too much emphasis on the individual’s self-interests at the expense of the nation’s shared-interests. His book is broken into roughly two parts:
1. Objectively examining the Seven Faith Tribes, and
2. Harmonizing the divergent worldviews in a proposal to restore America to greatness.
The Faith Tribes are as follows (% of population):
1. Casual Christians (68%)
2. Captive Christians (16%)
3. American Jews (2%)
4. Mormons (1.3%)
5. Pantheists (1.4%)
6. Muslims (0.4%)
7. Spiritual Skeptics (11%)
I found that Barna’s examination of the faith tribes corrected many of my perceived stereotypes, especially the American Jews. I also found the chapter on Muslims to be particularly interesting too because about two years ago I got my first taste of having a Muslim neighbor (for the record, they are the BEST neighbors in the world).
In the second half of the book, Barna proposes a new game plan. Rather than saying we need to go back to the good old days when things were better in America, he addresses the problems that America is facing with some practical solutions.
First, he proposes America’s “Top Twenty” shared ideals. These are common among all faith tribes. Rather than tribes bickering over the things that we do not have in common, let’s focus on what we do have in common.
Second, he places a tremendous amount of emphasis on restoring good character, especially for our young people. Poor character has resulted in cynicism and selfishness which is eroding away our capacity to pursue our shared values.
Third, he challenges Americans to be more responsible followers. In other words, in a democracy we get to choose our leaders. We need to pick leaders that have great character and a vision that inspires. Let’s not get wrapped up with their charisma or empty promises during the campaign. Once they are elected, let’s be devoted to their success and keep them accountable to stay focused on the vision.
Fourth, he suggests that we need to be responsible media consumers. We are being fed garbage on TV because we buy it. Since we live in a supply and demand economy, let’s stop demanding garbage so we can influence what is being supplied.
Fifth, he lifts up the importance of the family unit. A strong nation is built upon strong families. Our nation has been in decline around the time that our families began to be broken up by divorce, cohabitation, unwed mothers, homosexuality, and two working parents.
The last chapter of the book is an exhortation to imagine a different kind of America. One that is built upon shared values and being global servants. It certainly wasn’t an exhaustive roadmap of how to get there, but it certainly opens your mind to imagine a different kind future, one that Barna believes is possible within our lifetime.
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Fast Food Nation byEric Schlosser